If Retinol Didn't Shrink Your Pores, Here's Why
You've been patient. Six months of retinol, every single night. You added niacinamide. Then BHA. Then that $85 serum everyone swears by.
Your routine takes 20 minutes. Your bathroom shelf looks like Sephora.
But when you check your face in natural light—especially your nose and T-zone—your pores still look the same.
Your makeup still settles by noon. Photos still make you self-conscious. You're still using the blur tool before posting.
And you're starting to wonder: Is this just my skin now? Did I miss my chance?
